Program Director

Benefits :

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Signing bonus

Mustard Seed Early Learning Academy is dedicated to providing excellence in early education. We are looking for dynamic & talented candidates to lead and grow our program.  Our mission at Mustard Seed Early Learning Academy is to provide a nurturing and stimulating early learning and childcare experience guided by love. We believe that a strong foundation in early childhood is essential for the development of the whole child.  We are committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where children feel valued, supported, and encouraged to explore and learn.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift and / or carry up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of standing, frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pushing and pulling.

Pay Range - $50,000 - $52,000 annual depending on education and experience. This is a full time Exempt position.

Education / Experience :

• BA or BS degree in early childhood education or related discipline. Those with experience and an associate degree will be considered on a case-by-case basis
• 40-45 clock hrs administrative training, 9 clock hrs of training in communicating with staff, parents, and the public.
• OCC conducted 3 clock hr regulation training session.
• 45 clock hrs of Infant / Toddler Training.
• 90 clock hrs Preschool Child Development and Curriculum Planning.
• 45 clock hrs each in Child Development (birth through school age) and Curriculum for School Age Care

Minimum of 5-years’ experience in a licensed childcare school .

• Management experience required.
• Maintain, revise, and ensure completion of state mandated forms and documentation
• Ensure monthly emergency drills and compliance with emergency procedures
• Coordinate and comply with annual inspection and update required annual licensing forms
• Talent for leading and elevating a team via coaching, mentoring and clear, consistent communication in a well-established culture of accountability
• Preschool Director experience preferred.

Maintain liaison with educational and childcare communities :

• Coordinate compliance with external accreditation organization
• Prepare and maintain appropriate documentation for accreditation, MDExcels and staff credentialing
• Monitor development and implementation of the educational curriculum
• Coordinate annual children’s parent-teacher conferences
• Observe classroom activities to ensure staff’s adherence to program philosophy, policies and goals are being followed
• Assist in planning and participate in staff in-service training
• Conduct routine staff meetings
• Recruit, hire, train and evaluate childcare employees
• Serve as a resource for staff

Schedule :

• 10 hour shift

Monday to Friday